Slowed blood flow to the legs causes blood clots to form in the deep veins of the legs. If they break and travel the bloodstream to reach the lungs, it can block the blood flow. Slowed blood flow can be due to physical inactivity, vein damage due to infection or injury, bedridden, and sitting for long hours without leg movements as in economy-class syndrome. Pregnancy, hormone-based contraceptive pills, alcohol, smoking, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure also increase the risk of venous clot formation. Blood thinners and anticoagulants are used for its treatment.
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